PROJECT MANAGER

Deacon Construction, LLC; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Performance bonus program

Paid time off

Professional development support

Job summary

Deacon Construction, LLC is seeking a Project Manager in Sacramento to lead diverse commercial projects. You will be responsible for managing budgets, schedules, and team performance while fostering strong relationships with clients and partners.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of project management experience, strong leadership skills, and a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience on commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of estimating, scheduling, and contract law.
• Ability to lead and train teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop budgets and track cost codes to protect job margins.
• Collaborate on scheduling and issue look-ahead updates.
• Negotiate subcontracts and ensure compliance with contracts.
• Cultivate relationships with clients and partners.
• Manage and supervise project engineers and coordinators.
• Drive quality-control processes and coordinate inspections.

Skills

Project management experience

Financial performance management

Contract administration

Leadership and communication skills

Knowledge of construction methods

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Procore

Job description

Overview

Deacon Construction is seeking a driven Project Manager to lead a diverse slate of commercial projects across Northern California. If you thrive on building strong client relationships, delivering profitable jobs, and mentoring high-performing teams, we’d love to talk.

About the Role

As Project Manager, you will own the project from award through close-out, keeping budgets on track, schedules moving, and clients informed every step of the way. You’ll partner with Superintendents to deliver jobs safely, on time, and profitably while living Deacon’s core values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Commitment to Excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial performance: develop budgets, track cost codes, approve invoices, and protect positive job margins.
• Schedule management: Collaborate with Supers to build and maintain the master schedule, issuing look-ahead updates and recovery plans.
• Contract administration: negotiate subcontracts, ensure strict compliance with scopes, specs, and owner contracts.
• Client & partner relations: cultivate long‑term relationships with owners, architects, and trade partners; provide transparent, timely reporting.
• Team leadership: manage, train, and supervise project engineers and coordinators; foster a collaborative, accountable atmosphere.
• Risk & quality: drive RFIs, submittals, change orders, and quality‑control processes; coordinate inspections and testing.
• Close‑out: compile as‑builts, warranties, O&M manuals, and final accounting to ensure a smooth hand‑off.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of project management experience with a proven record of successful commercial projects.
• Solid understanding of estimating, scheduling, contract law, and construction means & methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with MS Project, Procore, or similar project‑management tools.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills—able to juggle multiple priorities with a sense of urgency.

Preferred

• Experience in one or more of our core practice areas: Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Multi‑Family, Mixed‑Use, Senior Housing, or Affordable Housing.
• LEED AP, CCM, or PMP certification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Performance bonus program.
• Professional development support—tuition, certifications, and leadership training.
• Paid time off, holidays, and fun company events!

Ready to build something great in Sacramento? Apply today and join a team that values your expertise and ambition!